METHOD
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combine ingredients
In a bowl combine sugar, ricotta (or cottage cheese), eggs and vanilla essence or vanilla seeds. Combine well using a whisk. In a separate clean bowl combine all-purpose flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
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fritters batter
Add the melted butter (cool) and lemon zest to the ricotta mixture. Stir to combine. Incorporate the dry ingredients (flour mixture) and stir well to get a nice batter.
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fry the fritters
In a large frying pan, heat about 5 cm / 2 inches of vegetable oil to 175 °C / 350 °F. Working in batches, drop a tablespoon of batter into hot oil (use two tablespoons to slide the batter into the oil). Fry until golden brown all over and cooked through, for about 5 - 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fritters to a plate covered with paper towels to drain any excess fat. Continue frying the remaining batter.
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serve
Dust the sweet lemon ricotta fritters with confectioner's sugar and serve, they are best eaten immediately.